Manager, Global Diversity Equity & Inclusion Operations

08/16/2023
Milwaukee, WI
Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

The Manager of DEI Operations is a key role engaged in driving our efforts to create a better Rockwell Automation. The focus of the role is to enable and enhance the execution of DEI strategy and initiatives through the development and delivery of the DEI communication strategy, oversight of employee resource group (ERG) and inclusion change team (ICT) strategy, execution and effectiveness and management of DEI team analysis and reporting. This role has a significant impact on driving a culture where everyone can be themselves and do their best work. As a member of the DEI leadership team, this position works closely with the Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer and DEI colleagues in the development and execution of the overall DEI strategy globally in support of all talent including production, early career, mid-career and executive. This position leads a team of 2 to deliver diversity, equity & inclusion initiatives and processes that drive positive business outcomes.

Who we are?

We are a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. From improving the production of medicines that boost human health to reducing waste in an oil and gas plant, the work we do changes how we live.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, we employ approximately 24,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries.

Essential Job Functions

  • Create and maintain global DEI communication plan, in coordination and alignment with global internal communications, external communications and talent brand teams.

  • Work with global internal communications, external communications and talent brand teams to develop content and employee stories aligned to the DEI communications plan.

  • Support Rockwell Automation employee resource groups (ERGs) and global business segment, functional and regional inclusion change teams (ICTs), by providing oversight and leadership to the DEI ERG Advisor role, and by providing thought leadership, oversight, and overall governance.

  • Support our global ERG strategy by providing oversight, leadership, guidance, and budget planning support

  • Lead bimonthly ICT leader update meetings and work with business leaders to ensure ongoing accountability for progress.

  • Facilitate annual strategy planning process with Inclusion Change Teams to ensure alignment with the global DEI strategy.

  • Support global DEI learning strategy through leading and facilitating a variety of training and educational sessions, including Managing Across Difference, Courageous Conversations, Unconscious Bias, Active Bystander and Inclusive Leadership training.

  • Develop, manage and lead global DEI commercial strategy in partnership with NA Field Sales Inclusion Change Team, including Automation Fair presence (Bold Conversations), PartnerNetwork conference, RAOTM involvement, etc.

  • Work with HR Analytics to analyze data relevant to diverse workforce trends and opportunities. Review data, draw conclusions, handle deviations, make recommendations/provide advice based on analysis.

  • Provide guidance, support and execution on our enterprise annual survey’s i.e. Diversity Inc. HRC survey, etc.

  • Communicate best practices and develop processes and tools to support ongoing awareness, application and sustainability for both managers and employees.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • Legal authorization to work in the US is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources or related field.

  • Minimum of 5 years of management experience leading and/or influencing DEI related initiatives.

  • Able travel periodically, both domestically and internationally.

  • Ability to make appropriate and effective use of oral and written skills at all levels of the organization to communicate with diverse individuals and groups.

  • Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of diversity best practices, concepts and programs with strong project management and change management skills.

  • Relationship builder with the ability to work effectively across business, functional and geographic lines in a multicultural environment.

  • Strong business acumen, coaching skills, conflict management and communication skills.

  • Ability to lead through influence listen to key stakeholders, provide feedback and guidance to leaders and individuals, gain support for programs and activate larger workforce behind strategic initiatives.

  • Experience evaluating program effectiveness, proposing, creating and executing process improvements.

  • Prior experience managing large enterprise-wide projects in a global setting.

  • Ability to lead and facilitate group activities on crucial diversity, equity and inclusion topics.

  • Prior experience with the dynamics and challenges of complex organizational change.

  • Ability to formulate, align and execute strategic and operational goals in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

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